Psychologist (Contractor) for Private Practice

Job Description

Listed By: Umbrella Psychology and Allied Health on 29 Jan 2025 Position: Psychologist (Contractor) for Private Practice Location: Ringwood VIC Start Date: March 2025 Hours: One day per week (with view to increase as the clinic grows) About Us: We are a multidisciplinary private practice, set in a scenic location opposite Ringwood Lake, launching in February! Our clinic combines Psychology and Allied Health Services with a focus on providing exceptional care to our clients. We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Psychologist to join our team. The Role: You will work alongside a friendly and supportive team of professionals, delivering high-quality psychological services to a wide range of clients. You will be working with all age groups, from primary school aged children through to adults, offering therapeutic support for various psychological concerns. Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) is welcomed in our practice with the opportunity for any interested therapists with experience or a future interest in working with therapy dogs to do so in the counselling room or 'walk and talk' around Ringwood Lake opposite our premises. Key Responsibilities: Provide high quality psychological services to clients across all age groups. Work with clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties and more. Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical notes and reports, with dedicated hour of your day set aside to take care of this to avoid burnout. What We Offer: Beautifully appointed consulting rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and a calming, peaceful atmosphere. A supportive and caring working environment that prioritises the wellbeing of our team who we acknowledge work so hard to support the wellbeing of clients. Flexible hours available including half days. Admin support: Our dedicated team handles marketing, bookings and payments so you can focus on clients. Dedicated hour in addition to lunch break to keep up to date with records and reports if working a full day. Monthly peer supervision. The opportunity to grow and develop within our multidisciplinary clinic, with a team that values mutual support and collaboration. The Ideal Candidate: Registered Psychologist with AHPRA. Must have own Malpractice Insurance, eligibility for Medicare Provider Number and a valid WWCC and Police Check. Previous experience in private practice is highly regarded as well as the ability to utilise different therapeutic modalities to suit individual client needs. Experience is essential in working with both child and adolescent and adult populations. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients of different ages and backgrounds. Experience or a special interest in working with clients with eating disorders is a bonus but not essential. A motivated self-starter with a passion for providing excellent care and support. You care deeply about your own wellbeing and understand the importance of maintaining work-life balance. How to Apply: If you're ready to join a team that genuinely supports each other and is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of clients, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your experience and why you'd be a great fit for our practice. We can't wait to meet you! Contact Details: Dr Danielle Orton-Lachlan, Principal Psychologist. #J-18808-Ljbffr